MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
212,774 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Oil leak
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Oil leak
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Oil leak
Oil leak
How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?
Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S535 BDP is a 1999 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1999 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 98,368 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S535 BDP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of S535 BDP?
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What year was S535 BDP registered?
S535 BDP is a 1999 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 1999.
Is S535 BDP safe to buy?
The MOT history for S535 BDP shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does S535 BDP have outstanding finance?
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